Good morning, Scranton.

On Saturday, nearly 1,500 marchers and more than 100 vehicles filled downtown Scranton as families gathered for the Santa Parade—featuring music, festive floats and Santa himself.

The 31st parade brought both first-time visitors and longtime fans together in a joyful celebration of the season.

North Scranton Mini Park — now called Tony Walsh Park — was rededicated last Friday to honor the late firefighter who served 25 years with Rescue Company Number One.

Walsh died in 2023.

Volunteers served over 300 free Thanksgiving meals starting at 4:00 p.m. today at Duryea Borough Police Department and Crime Watch’s 12th annual event—canned goods and fresh vegetables were collected to support local families and will be donated to Pittston Area Meals on Wheels.

On Saturday, the Marketplace at Steamtown in Scranton hosted its Holiday market from 12pm to 5pm with over 50 vendors selling festive items—stickers, clothes, and prints—and shoppers enjoyed live music and a visit from the Grinch.

Organizers announced a second market will take place in December.

Firearms bear season is underway and will continue until Tuesday.

Officials reported 61 bears were harvested in Luzerne County (bringing the state total near 600) and urged hunters to wear orange for safety.

Medical students from Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine volunteer to sit with hospice patients at Allied Services centers in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre through the No One Dies Alone program.

The program started in 2022 and trains new groups every September to meet Medicare rules and give comfort to patients when family cannot be there.

Tower Lighting Event

2-6:30 p.m. — Times Tower — Free entry — Kick off the holiday season with live music, food vendors, and the magical lighting of the Scranton tower followed by fireworks.

Yellow Brick Joel: Billy Joel and Elton John Tribute Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices not provided — Celebrate the music of two iconic piano legends with riveting performances.

Whiskey Myers Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Tickets start at $41 — Experience an electrifying night with Whiskey Myers at a stunning local venue.

The Nutcracker Performance

2-4 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of Clara and her magical journey in this beloved holiday ballet.

The Book of Mormon

2-3:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Ticket prices vary — Experience the wit and humor of this Tony Award-winning musical about two missionaries in Uganda.